We grieve that which we have valued very much and then lose. Dealing with loss is a very individual, mostly private, and even at times, lonely experience. I have worked as a loss and grief counselor for many years, and for 13 of those years, I was a bereavement counselor in palliative care. I know that those experiencing loss need understanding, support, patience, and acknowledgment in a safe and non-judgmental environment. And I know that grief has no timeframe and that grief takes as long as it takes. Not only do we grieve when someone close to us dies we also grieve for other losses. For example, the Covid pandemic has been a time of loss and grief. The loss of lives, as well as loss of lifestyles, has had an impact on many. While for some who are grieving, having their emotions validated and explained provides clarity after just one session, for others who are feeling overwhelmed and experiencing great sadness and aloneness and finding it is a struggle to get through each day, additional sessions may be required. I also provide hypnotherapy on request. As a professional member of the Australian Hypnotherapy Association and the Australian Society of Clinical Hypnotherapists, I have been practicing hypnotherapy for over two years. Hypnotherapy utilises the heightened awareness of the hypnotic state to help a person focus on a problem more deeply. During the hypnotherapy session, a person becomes deeply relaxed and is guided through a process to induce a trance-like state that helps them focus their minds and respond more readily to suggestions. Hypnotherapy has had success with people experiencing anxiety and depression. When dealing with grief and loss, hypnotherapy helps create a state of deep relaxation, which allows access to the subconscious mind, and can help to teach the brain to focus on the positives shared with others rather than on the sadness of grief. Illustrated Projective Cards is another therapeutic tool that I have had success with. Illustrated Projective Cards is a method filled with imagination and creativity that promotes very precise and focused results that provide lasting, life-changing insights. I am also a Certified Quit Smoking Coach. When it's so easy to find information on how to quit smoking, you may ask, 'why would anyone want a quit smoking coach?' The fact is that most tobacco users need a coach because quitting smoking is much more than just knowing what to do. It's about helping the smoker discover how to move from knowing to doing. While the guidelines on how to quit smoking are similar for almost everyone, the barriers that hold each person back from quitting are unique and personal. As the person's quit smoking coach, I provide the backup needed to break through these barriers.

Better Health Greenhills Medical Centre is a local medical practice in the Maitland area. Visit our website to learn more about our practice at www.betterhealthgreenhills.com

Heartbeat Connection is a local business Counselling Children, Individuals, Couples and Families in a confidential, supportive and comfortable environment.

Sunflower Services, located in East Maitland, offers exemplary Counselling Services as a Psychosocial Recovery Coach under the NDIS support category. Our goal is to support individuals with psychosocial disabilities in managing the intricacies of daily life. By providing capacity building supports, we aim to enhance social and economic independence, as well as promote active participation. Trust us to guide you through complex challenges, empowering you towards a more fulfilling and resilient future.

Your strengths Psychology provides psychological services for the Central Coast and are located at Wyong.

HOPE Support Group Inc is a local business offering Counselling in the Maitland area.

Inspire Counselling is built on providing support, engagement and assistance in achieving positive outcomes for all members of the community. We offer an all-inclusive service that works confidentially and collaboratively in a safe and non-judgemental environment, inspiring people to flourish past their perceived barriers. Life can throw us many challenges, some of which can lead to more serious issues if not addressed. If people are in doubt, in emotional pain, or perhaps just need a sounding board for their thoughts and feelings, Inspire Counselling is there for them. We at Inspire Counselling can open the doors to clearer communication, allow for exploration of thoughts and feelings, as well as a better understanding of self and others. Talking to one of our compassionate counsellors can relieve the sense of isolation and help cultivate feelings that life can be enjoyed rather than endured. Action for achievable outcomes are fostered, along with a clear vision for a preferred future. Call to discuss how Inspire Counselling can offer you support today, it the therapies used to immediately assist you all at a very cost effective rate compared to others, as our main focus is you.

Medical Centre servicing the Wyong area.

Providing supportive evidenced based treatment to adults and adolescents. Focus areas include depressive disorders, anxiety disorders, adjustment disorders, addictions, mood disorders, relationship difficulties, and trauma both past and present. Treatments plans are individually tailored to suit your needs. Available rebates include Medicare (GP referral is required) and Private Health Insurance.

Tiffany has vast experience working with grief, trauma, abuse and personal growth which is your guarantee to personal healing. In-Person visits in the office or house-calls to approved clients, online counselling through facebook or skype, after-hour weekday counselling, Addiction Therapy, Behaviour Therapy, Cognitive Therapy, Freedom Techniques, Grief Therapy, Holistic, Humanistic, Inter-Personal Psychotherapy, Narrative Therapy, Pain Management, Process Oriented, Psychotherapy, Rehabilitation, Relationship Therapy, Relaxation Techniques, Sexual Therapy, Solution Focused Therapy, Strength Based Therapy, Thought Field Therapy

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Swiftmend Counselling offers tailored therapeutic support to individuals and groups, addressing diverse needs with compassion and expertise. Whether in group homes, at home, or in aged care facilities, we provide personalized sessions, both in-person and via Zoom, ensuring accessibility and flexibility. Group Home Well-being Sessions (Zoom Available): Tailored support for group home residents, with options for in-person or virtual sessions via Zoom, promoting well-being and accessibility. Home-Based Comfort Counselling (Including Virtual): Comforting counselling sessions at home, offered in-person or virtually for convenience and personalized care. Aged Care Therapeutic Support (Virtual and In-Person): Specialized counselling for aged care residents, addressing loneliness and immobility through virtual or in-person sessions. Exciting and Fun Healing Sessions (Including Zoom): Engaging healing sessions, offering lively in-person or flexible Zoom options for an enjoyable experience. Relationship Renewal in Natural Surroundings (In-Person and Zoom): Renew relationships amidst nature's tranquility, with options for in-person or virtual sessions via Zoom. Holistic Mental Wellness in Nature's Embrace (Including Virtual): Guided by nature, our virtual consultations via Zoom offer pathways to emotional and mental well-being. Harmonious Family Dynamics (In-Person and Zoom): Foster family balance through in-person or Zoom sessions, promoting harmony and convenience. Communication Mastery (Including Zoom Sessions): Develop communication skills and personal growth through personalized sessions, including virtual options via Zoom.

Maitland Family Support Scheme is a not for profit community based organisation that has supported families in the Maitland area since 1982. Maitland Family Support Scheme strives to achieve the best outcomes possible for children, families and the community, by promoting and supporting safe children, strong families and supportive families. Family Support Program. This program offers support and assistance to families using a strengths based family centred, child focused approach. MFSS Family Support Program is an Early Intervention program that provides case management for up to 12 months. Eligibility. Families that reside in the Maitland LGA or in the suburbs of Beresfield & Tarro, Families that have a child in their care under the age of 13 years. Pregnant women. Families that are not receiving case management from another service or agency including Brighter Futures or Family and Community Services. Maitland Family Support Case Managers offer: Home Visits, Centre based appointments, outreach to convenient locations throughout the area. Information & Referral Service. Provide links to your local community and to appropriate resources and supports. Group programs We offer a wide range of parenting and practical skills groups including: Triple P, 123 Magic, Circle of Security, Self Esteem, Healthy Relationships, Keeping Children Safe, parenting etc.

Valley Counselling, located in Lisarow, is an exclusive counselling practice, offering specialised counselling services to clients seeking guidance in unravelling personal and relational issues. With a focus on building strong connections over time, conversations are conducted with utmost care and containment. Clients emerge equipped to conquer challenges, rebuild relationships, and embrace a sound mind with a thriving heart. Discover the transformative power of Valley Counselling today.

Leah O'Rourke, Clinical Psychologist B.Psych (Hons) University of Sydney M.Psych (Clin) Macquarie University Certified Couple & Family Therapist 10 Medicare rebates annually w/ GP mental health plan. Private billing also. I offer a grounded, compassionate connection with gold standard tools to step us into Clarity, Hope and Action. You offer up the depression, anxiety, obsessions, relationship distress, trauma, perfectionism, low confidence, self-defeating patterns and more. Let go the misconception ..... Therapy is not candy floss for the mind. Clinical psychologists use behavioural science to help you understand and shape your life patterns. (CBT, ACT, Mindfulness, Behaviour Therapy, Couple & Family/Systemic and DBT tools). Pessimistic? Jaded? Mistrustful? All sentiments are welcome. On this path of enquiry, all things are put to the test. My easy access cottage premises in North Gosford is a relaxed, caring, humanistic space. We all know how it feels to strive, to fumble, to recover. So come as you are, do what you can, and feel yourself become lighter. Sessions soon available to NEW clients (due to extended clinic hours) in May 2023

Welcome to Madelaine Vallin- NeuroCoaching and Clinical Hypnotherapy in North Gosford. Struggling with low self-esteem, anxiety or unresolved emotional traumas? Our NeuroCoaching with PSYCH-KⓇ offers powerful methods to help release stress, anxiety and emotional pain. Through a variety of techniques, we facilitate deep subconscious change, rewiring the software of your mind. Address relationship challenges, chronic stress, addictions, and more. Discover your purpose and find profound meaning in life. Join us on this transformative journey.

UCMH Counselling Services provides free, specialized Gambling Help counselling to anyone affected by problem gambling�i.e. to the person who gambles and/or his or her partner, children, family and friends. We offer a safe, confidential and friendly space where our professionally trained counsellors help you to explore the scope and impact of the gambling problem, consider all available options, and take the most appropriate actions to resolve the problem.

Discover solace and support at the Ronald McDonald Family Room Gosford, nestled in the heart of Gosford. As a trusted charity and counselling service, we offer a comforting haven for families facing challenging times. Our compassionate team, encompassing a tapestry of expertise, provides a safe space to share burdens, find solace and rebuild spirits. Step into our realm of understanding where genuine empathy intertwines with practical guidance. Together, we can navigate the labyrinth of emotions and forge a path towards healing.

Your questions about life, love and loot are answered 24/7 by our experienced genuine psychics. If you really want to know - then call us now!

Discover Better Health Practices, a trusted healthcare centre nestled in the heart of Kariong. With over two decades of dedicated service, Merlene and Ron Dilger pride themselves on delivering exceptional care to the local community. From expert spinal care and chiropractic treatments to podiatry, lifestyle medicine counselling, and more, our range of services ensures comprehensive well-being. Conveniently located off the Central Coast Highway, we offer ample off-street parking and flexible opening hours. Experience the benefits of chiropractic, podiatry, acupuncture, massage therapy, lifestyle medicine coaching, counselling, and nutrition.

Welcome to Children & Young People’s Mental Health, located in the charming suburb of Gosford. Our Counselling Services are dedicated to providing compassionate support and guidance for young minds. We prioritise the emotional well-being of children and adolescents, offering a safe space for them to express their thoughts and feelings. Our team of experienced therapists utilise a range of therapeutic approaches to tailor treatment plans to each individual's needs, fostering resilience and promoting positive mental health. Let us help your child thrive and flourish in a nurturing environment.